Kerry “Key” Bergin, She/Her/Hers
Senior Career Specialist for Liberal Arts and Sciences Majors
bergink1@newpaltz.edu
Make an appointment with Key
Drop-in hours: Tuesday: 12-4pm
Key is available remotely on Mondays.
Key serves as the Career Specialist for Liberal Arts and Sciences majors, which includes Anthropology; Asian Studies; Black Studies; Communication; Communication Disorders; Counselor Education; Digital Media & Journalism; Economics; English; Geography and Environmental Studies; History; Languages, Literatures & Cultures; Latin American & Caribbean Studies; Philosophy; Political Science & International Relations; Psychology; Sociology; and Women's, Gender & Sexuality Studies.
She is motivated to work with students in their process of discovering new opportunities and integrating their interests, skills, and vision for the future. Key brings over 10 years of experience working in higher education. Previously, she directed an experiential social justice scholarship program and taught courses in humanities, public service, and community organizing. She brings experience in the fields of politics, human service, nonprofit communications, and education.
Key is the LGBTQ+ liaison for the Career Resource Center.
Key offers classroom and student group workshops on a variety of topics, including:
- LinkedIn101
- Strategic Resume Writing
- Applying to Graduate School
- Job and Internship Search Tools
- Crafting Your Elevator Pitch
- Transferrable Skills from College to Career
Outside of work, Key enjoys the performing arts, spending time outdoors, and watching cozy historical dramas.
